Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - White (AT&T)
Average customer rating
4.8
(13,390 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 13,390 reviews
5 Stars
11,693
4 Stars
1,350
3 Stars
208
2 Stars
55
1 Star
84
65%of customers recommend this product.
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92 out of
142)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - White (AT&T)
Customer Rating
5
Liking my new S26 Ultra
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: TomInNJ
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The latest version of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a great step-up from my last phone the S23U. The Samsung AI is a great addition and I am learning something new every day. Technology is always evolving and Samsung is always leading the way.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26 Ultra: The New Standard for Privacy and Power
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: DroidFan
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra isn't just a refresh; for someone coming from the S22 Ultra, it’s a total hardware and intelligence reset. While the S22 Ultra pioneered the "Note" merger, the S26 Ultra perfects it with a significantly lighter 214g frame and a massive jump in capability.
The Generational AI Leap
The S22 Ultra was born before the "AI era." Moving to the S26 Ultra gives you a 39% faster NPU that powers a completely different experience:
Now Nudge: Unlike the S22’s basic suggestions, this proactively pulls data across apps. It’ll suggest trip photos when you're texting a friend or check your calendar for conflicts the moment a meeting is mentioned.
Agentic Tasks: You can delegate complex chores to Gemini 3. It can navigate apps in the background to book services or manage your to-do list while you do other things.
Creative Studio: Sketch-to-image and "Live" weather wallpapers turn the S Pen into a generative art tool—features that simply don't exist on the S22.
Why It Feels Like a Different Phone
No More Heat: The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a massive new vapor chamber mean the thermal throttling that plagued the S22 Ultra is gone.
The Display: You’re jumping from 1,750 nits to a staggering 2,600+ nits, plus the new Privacy Display that blocks "shoulder surfers" at the pixel level.
Charging: Your old 45W limit is replaced by 60W wired charging, hitting 75% in 30 minutes.
The Generational AI Leap
The S22 Ultra was born before the "AI era." Moving to the S26 Ultra gives you a 39% faster NPU that powers a completely different experience:
Now Nudge: Unlike the S22’s basic suggestions, this proactively pulls data across apps. It’ll suggest trip photos when you're texting a friend or check your calendar for conflicts the moment a meeting is mentioned.
Agentic Tasks: You can delegate complex chores to Gemini 3. It can navigate apps in the background to book services or manage your to-do list while you do other things.
Creative Studio: Sketch-to-image and "Live" weather wallpapers turn the S Pen into a generative art tool—features that simply don't exist on the S22.
Why It Feels Like a Different Phone
No More Heat: The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a massive new vapor chamber mean the thermal throttling that plagued the S22 Ultra is gone.
The Display: You’re jumping from 1,750 nits to a staggering 2,600+ nits, plus the new Privacy Display that blocks "shoulder surfers" at the pixel level.
Charging: Your old 45W limit is replaced by 60W wired charging, hitting 75% in 30 minutes.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26 Ultra phonr
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Brooks
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Switching over from the s22 ultra I have no complaints great battery life great speed everything about the phone is good camera
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
I love the new privacy display feature
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Aloush
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I couldn't be happier with my purchase. The s26 U is a great phone that is very capable. I'm loving the new privacy display tech. It's mind blowing!
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung S26 Ultra: Power, Precision, Perfection.
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Kumar05
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra sets a new benchmark for premium smartphones in 2026. With its refined titanium design, brighter AMOLED display, and next‑gen Snapdragon chipset, the S26 Ultra delivers exceptional performance whether you're gaming, multitasking, or capturing high‑detail photos.
The camera system is one of its biggest strengths. The upgraded 200MP main sensor, improved low‑light processing, and enhanced zoom capabilities make photos sharper, clearer, and more natural than ever. Video quality also gets a boost with better stabilization and richer dynamic range.
Battery life is another win—lasting comfortably through a full day of heavy use—and the faster charging makes it even more convenient. The built‑in S‑Pen remains a standout feature for productivity, creativity, and precision tasks.
Overall, the Samsung S26 Ultra feels like a complete package: premium build, powerful performance, top‑tier cameras, and excellent battery life. If you want one of the best Android phones available today, the S26 Ultra is absolutely worth considering.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
a super phone on steroids!
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: 210yeti
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love the built in A.I features! No need to download apps when you have it at your fingertips!
The A.I features integrated in the photo editing is a huge plus!
I was able to make my self look like a neurosurgeon, even though I am not! Who would have guessed!!
The A.I features integrated in the photo editing is a huge plus!
I was able to make my self look like a neurosurgeon, even though I am not! Who would have guessed!!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Not a true upgrade unless your phone is >5yrs old
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: GalaxyLvr
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Its faster than my S22u but the screen is not nearly as bright and vibrant. The screen is also a fingerprint magnet. The biggest things youll notice is a more efficient batrery and buttery smooth performance.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 20, 2026
Hi GalaxyLvr, we appreciate you sharing your experience of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We are pleased to hear that you are enjoying the enhanced processing power and speed of your device. The addition of the new Privacy Display can give the impression of less brightness on the display. You can adjust the settings of your privacy display by pulling down from the top of your device to your quick panel and clicking in to the Privacy Display. We have also provided a link to the complete manual to help you discover the additional capabilities on your device like Galaxy AI and adjust all of the settings to your preferences. We have also shared a link to the Samsung Support Team for your convenience if you believe your device is not operating as intended. Thank you for being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Highly recommend
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: LoveMyNewS26Ultra
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am absolutely die-hard Samsung user, forever will be, I love the new s26 Ultra I've been telling EVERYONE about it, saying if they are in the market for an upgrade this is the phone they need, easy to navigate, the camera quality is immaculate, the storage is great, everything about it is amazing! I always upgrade on the even years, I got the cobalt violet and everyone compliments the color! Keep being great samsung!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US